The SWSE 2024 Photo & Video Contest Is Now Open!
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The Summer Work Student Exchange (SWSE) 2024 Photo & Video Contest invites SWSE participants to share their exchange experiences on Instagram.
Each week during this year's SWSE program (June 29– August 10, 2024), we'll announce a new theme on our social channels. Take photos or videos to match the weekly theme and post them on Instagram with the hashtag #SWSExplore for a chance to win great prizes. Don't forget to tag us using @ymcaexchanges.
Winners can pick one of the following $50 gift cards:
- Cineplex
- Amazon
- Uber Eats/DoorDash
- Mastercard
How To Participate:
- Be a youth participant in the SWSE program
- Follow YMCA Exchanges on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter
- Use the hashtag #SWSExplore and tag us with @ymcaexchanges when posting your photos and videos
- Use your public Instagram account to share your photo and videos
- Post multiple photos and videos during the week
How to Ace Your Contest Submission:
- Follow the weekly theme
- Write a short caption that explains what’s in the photo or video
- Post high-quality photos/videos
- Be creative and have fun!
The weekly theme will be announced every Monday at 1 pm EST, and content submissions will close at 11:59 pm EST on Sundays.
Each week, two contest winners will be announced on our social accounts.
Please read the contest rules (PDF) in full before submitting your entry.